Warnock, who hopes to guide Cardiff City to the Premier League this season, has won seven promotions during his long managerial career.
And Bluebirds defender Richards believes the 68-year-old’s track record can be explained by his motivational skills.
“He’s a good manager and he’s got good coaching staff with him as well,” Richards told Starsport.
“It’s more [his] motivational skills and how he gets the boys up for the games and his belief in all of us.
“If he thinks you’re doing well he’ll let you know and if not he’ll let you know you’re not doing well.
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